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Care & training

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What’s your pet parenting style?

Are you the one who packs a...

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Can dogs get sunburn? How to keep your dog safe in the sun

Some dogs love nothing more than finding...

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What should be in a pet first aid kit?

A pet first aid kit should have...

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Boarding facilities vs. pet sitters: which is right for your pet?

Planning a holiday means planning for your...

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Facts & fun

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Why do cats sit on laptops?

You're in the zone, deadline looming, fingers...

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Christmas gift ideas for your dog

Let's be honest, when you're jotting down...

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Pet art and craft ideas to try at home

Our pets bring so much joy, colour,...

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When do kittens open their eyes? A week-by-week guide

The world is a big place for...

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Health & wellness

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More than bad breath: how your pet’s dental health may affect their heart

Bad breath might seem like a small...

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Pretty but poisonous: plants that are toxic to pets in Australia

Some of the most common plants that...

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The health benefits of having a pet

Research suggests that pet ownership may have...

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Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) in cats: what cat parents need to know

Hearing that your cat has tested positive...

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Insurance & protection

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Pet insurance versus savings: which approach could suit you?

When you're planning for future vet bills,...

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How to choose pet insurance in Australia

If you've been searching for a pet...

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When did pet insurance start? A brief history of pet insurance

Pet insurance feels like a fairly modern...

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What is pet insurance reimbursement and how is it calculated?

You've paid the vet bill. You've submitted...

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Great & Small Talk: the RSPCA podcast

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What to know about pet insurance - decoding the fine print

19 min 40 sec | Episode S5E6

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Preventing dog bite incidents

35 min 54 sec | Episode S4E6

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What to know about keeping cats safe and happy

26 min 33 sec | Episode S3E6

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Cat management

16 min 59 sec | Episode S4E9